SOCIAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF ILLNESS AND WORK ABSENTEEISM: AN INTEGRATED ANALYSIS OF HEALTH AND ORGANIZATIONAL INFLUENCE
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https://doi.org/10.18623/rvd.v22.n4.3536Palavras-chave:
Sickness Absence, Social Determinants of Health, Psychosocial Risks, Workplace Health Promotion, Stress, Gender DifferencesResumo
This article examines the social aspects of illness and sickness absence, focusing on the interaction between employees’ health status and psychosocial workplace factors. The determinants of health - including individual, social, cultural, and economic factors are analyzed for their influence on morbidity levels and the frequency of sickness absence. Both modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors are discussed. Special attention is given to psychosocial risks related to workload, organizational structure, workplace conflicts, and family responsibilities, which significantly affect the duration and frequency of absenteeism. The article reviews findings from multiple international studies, including data from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA), emphasizing the economic and social implications of sickness absence and the need for a comprehensive preventive approach to managing psychosocial risks. Based on the review, it concludes that effectively reducing sickness absence requires integrated workplace health promotion policies encompassing prevention of risk factors, support for mental health, and promotion of a balanced lifestyle. Such an approach positively impacts both employee well-being and organizational productivity and sustainability.
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